1 Samuel 8 records God’s people requesting a king. The request came from a desire to be like the surrounding nations. Israel had no physical king, but were given judges. Although God served as their king, and was continually faithful to them given their own faithfulness, they were not content. The attitude they expressed is …
Continue reading Sermon: That We May Be Like All the NationsSanctification
The following lessons were presented by brother Stan Cox of Ft. Worth Texas. The downloadable audio links can be found in the 2016 Sermon Archives.
Continue reading Gospel Meeting with Stan CoxIt is imperative that we understand the concept of holiness. For, God is holy, and He has called us to holiness (cf. 1 Peter 1:13-16). The whole concept of holiness refutes the false concept of a relaxed New Covenant God. Holiness is expected out of God’s disciples every bit as much, if not more, than …
Continue reading Sermon: The Holiness of GodMany individuals claim to have a relationship with Jesus. This relationship is on their own terms. What does the Bible say about Christ’s relationship with believers? Does this relationship match the one you claim to have? Ppt: Having A Relationship With Christ Outline: Having A Relationship With Christ Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: Having A Relationship With ChristThe apostle Paul was viewed by some as being beside himself. By preaching the word, and living by it, he was seen as different. As Christians we can expect the same. This sermon discusses a few topics that Christians are expected to be involved in that would seem crazy, or different to the world. Ppt: Beside …
Continue reading Sermon: Beside Ourselves for GodWhile we are living in our temporal dwelling place we should always seek to please God. Proverbs 6:16-19 discusses seven things that are an abomination to the Lord. The opposite of those seven prove to be pleasing to the Lord. Outline: 7 Things That Please God Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: 7 Things That Please GodJesus is given many names, titles, and descriptions. Paul says in 1 Timothy 2:5 that there is “one Mediator between God and men, the Man Christ Jesus.” This lesson discusses that fact. Ppt: One Mediator Between God and Men Outline: One Mediator Between God and Men Audio: mp3
Continue reading Sermon: One Mediator Between God and MenGod has shown His love for Christians in His scheme of redemption. Before the foundation of the world God chose a special people for salvation (cf. Ephesians 1:4). Contrary to Calvinistic doctrine this predestination is not individual. The text clearly states that man obtains salvation “through sanctification by the Spirit and belief in the truth.” …
Continue reading Pondering Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-15In the text, Paul gives the Christians in Thessalonica some exhortations for Christian living. He urges and exhorts them to “abound more and more.” This calls for a constant longing for improvement. There is always room for growth. Paul had given them instruction on how to they “ought to walk and to please God.” This …
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James 1:21-25 describes hearing the word without acting on it as a man observing himself in a mirror and not changing any of the flaws he sees. God’s Mirror, i.e. the “implanted word,” shows us how to dress modestly. Ppt: God’s Mirror Outline: God’s Mirror Audio: mp3
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